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CASELOAD ENHANCED DBS HCPC MATERNITY MENTAL HEALTH PENSION

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The Clinical Psychologist role at Elysium Healthcare encompasses support at two services: Gregory House in Workington and Ann House in Cumbria, focusing on individuals with learning disabilities and autism. The successful candidate will engage in various clinical tasks, including individual and group interventions, diagnostic assessments, risk assessments, and multidisciplinary team collaboration. Responsibilities also include facilitating staff reflective practice sessions and developing training programs. The position offers flexibility in working hours, with both permanent and part-time options available.

Ideal candidates will hold BPS-recognized psychology degrees and UK HCPC registration, along with experience in psychological practices relevant to learning disabilities and autism. The role not only emphasises clinical responsibilities but also encourages ongoing professional development within Elysium Healthcare's expansive network of services. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous annual leave, career development opportunities, and additional perks like wellness support and pension contributions.

The successful applicant will support across two of Elysium Healthcare's services: Gregory House in Workington and Ann House in Cumbria. The role involves individual and group interventions, diagnostic and cognitive assessments, MDT working, and risk assessments. The Clinical Psychologist will also facilitate staff reflective practice sessions and design/deliver training.

Elysium Healthcare is an established, stable, and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to delivering care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for the successful candidate to grow and move within the organisation. The successful applicant will work on either a permanent basis, spending 3 days per week at the closest service and 2 days at the other service, or on a part-time basis at either service.

About us
Are you an experienced Clinical Psychologist looking to take the next step in your career? If so, join Ann House in Kendal and Gregory House in Workington. Both Ann House and Gregory House are Learning Disabilities and Autism services.
The successful applicant will support across two of our services: Gregory House in Workington and Ann House in Cumbria. The successful applicant will work on either a permanent basis, spending 3 days per week at the closest service and 2 days at the other service or on a part-time basis at either service.
Reporting directly to the Lead Psychologist, you will be responsible for individual and group interventions, diagnostic and cognitive assessments, MDT working and risk assessments. You will also facilitate staff reflective practice sessions and be requested to design and deliver training.

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will have experience and knowledge in carrying a service user’s caseload, including assessing complex needs and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatments to support their care plans.

Your Psychologist career at Ann House will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills throughout your time with us. Your professional growth is valued and there are numerous career development opportunities on offer. There is an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career.

It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment, a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

As a Psychologist you will be:

Participating in the assessment of referrals, and to provide initial assessment service users referred to the service.

Undertaking high quality direct (assessment & therapeutic) and indirect (consultative, advisory, and evaluative) specialist psychological interventions and making autonomous clinical decisions.

Working therapeutically with service users with complex presentations, undertake the assessments using a broad range of structured psychometric and semi structured clinical methods.

Formulating and implementing plans of specialist psychological treatment or management of patients’ mental health needs based on a multi-factorial psychological understanding and current evidence based best practise.

Being professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of clinical work and care.

Maintaining high standards of care in all areas of practice and in accordance the HCPC Code of Conduct, professional guidelines and Company Policies and Procedures.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

To have BPS recognised psychology degrees

UK HCPC registration

To have Chartered Psychologist status and appropriate post-graduate qualifications

To be an approved supervisor within the guidelines of the BPS and relevant division

To have understanding of evidence-based psychological practice

To have experience of applying psychological knowledge to a Learning Disabilities and Autism setting

To be experienced working with clients with cognitive deficits

To have previous experience of conducting research and project working

Where you will be working:

Location: Ann Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6AA

You will be working at Ann House, a Learning Disability and Autism service which provides care and support to 16 adults who have a learning disability and/or mental health needs.

Ann House provides a specialist provision with enhanced levels of support which allows people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs to be cared for in the least restrictive setting possible, but within a service which is robust and structured enough to meet their ongoing needs and risks.

You will be working alongside a multidisciplinary team to ensure people lead good and meaningful everyday lives, where they have choice and control, accessing mainstream services and facilities, engaging in work and training, in leisure opportunities, hobbies and areas of personal interest. Ann House encourages people to be as independent as possible with the long-term aim of people moving onto a more independent living setting.

Location: Furness Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3PD

You will be working at Gregory House, a Learning Disability and Autism service, providing care and support to 24 adults who have a learning disability and/or mental health needs.

You will work alongside the team at Gregory House, helping to provide a specialist provision. The service has an enhanced level of support to allow people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs to be cared for in the least restrictive setting possible, but within a service which is robust and structured enough to meet their ongoing needs and risks.

The service ensures people lead good and meaningful everyday lives, where they have choice and control, accessing mainstream services and facilities, engaging in work and training, in leisure opportunities, hobbies and areas of personal interest. Gregory House encourages people to be as independent as possible with the long-term aim of people moving onto a more independent living setting.

What you will get:

Annual salary of £70,000

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off!

Free meals

Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.

Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.

Pension contribution to secure your future.

Life Assurance for added peace of mind.

Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more.

About your next employer

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

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To work as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK, several key skills and qualifications are essential. Here’s an overview:

Educational Requirements

1. Undergraduate Degree: A degree in psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) is required. This usually includes a Bachelor’s degree with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the BPS.

2. Postgraduate Training: You must complete a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or an equivalent qualification that is also accredited by the BPS and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Key Skills

1. Clinical Assessment: Ability to conduct assessments using a range of psychological tests, interviews, and observational methods.

2. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in various therapeutic modalities (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic approaches) to effectively work with clients.

3. Research Skills: Capability to understand and conduct research, as clinical psychologists often engage in evidence-based practice and may be involved in research projects.

4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex psychological concepts clearly and build rapport with clients.

5. Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to understand and relate to clients’ feelings and experiences, providing compassionate and supportive care.

6. Problem-Solving Skills: Competence in identifying problems, formulating hypotheses, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual clients.

7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

8. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds, ensuring that treatment approaches are sensitive to cultural differences.

9. Professionalism and Ethical Practice: Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards as set by the HCPC and BPS.

10. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with new research, therapies, and best practices in the field.

Additional Experiences

- Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience in clinical or healthcare settings prior to training, such as assistant psychologist roles, mental health support worker positions, or voluntary work in related fields.

- Supervision Experience: Engaging in regular supervision during training and practice to reflect on work and improve skills.

Registration

- HCPC Registration: After completing the necessary training and qualifications, you must register with the Health and Care Professions Council to practice as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK.